The recent nationwide blackout in Nigeria was not due to a full grid collapse but rather a "trip-off," according to the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu. He clarified that the event affected only certain parts of the country, and major areas like Abuja, Lagos, and Ibadan were mostly unaffected. The incident occurred due to the tripping of a transmission line, and power was restored within two hours.
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) confirmed that grid recovery efforts are ongoing, with over 90% of substations back online. They are investigating the cause of the disturbances and assured that they are working to stabilize the system. These types of grid disruptions can happen due to factors like weather or infrastructure issues. The TCN has emphasized the importance of swift responses to such incidents to minimize downtime.